8716 S Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 - Photo 1

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$134,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,152 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

You're looking at a classic brick beauty with three elevated bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and a whole lot of space to make your own. Step into the galley-style kitchen featuring a brand-new built-in cooktop, brand-new laminate flooring, plenty of cabinet space, and generous counters that just keep going. Just up a few steps are the three bedrooms and a deep full bath. And wait there's more. The finished walkout basement includes a half bath, making it perfect for movie nights, a home gym, or extra living space. In the basement, you'll also find a fully private utility room that houses the mechanicals and laundry. Out front, enjoy eye-catching landscaping that takes curb appeal to the next level. Out back, there's even more beautifully maintained green space, ready for entertaining or relaxing. With dual entrances, a detached two-car garage, central heat, and a newer air conditioning unit, this home offers the ideal mix of comfort, flexibility, and future potential. It's priced to reflect the updates it deserves and is ready for someone to bring their vision to life. Don't miss your chance to own a home with great bones, strong mechanicals, and endless upside. This one is a hidden gem waiting for its next big moment.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 8716 S Merrill Ave

General

Sold For: $134,000
Taxes: $1,193 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12417727
Added to Site: 217 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Equipment: Sump Pump
Other Features: School Bus Service

Exterior

Exterior Features: Lighting

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: CHI - Calumet Heights
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Take I-55 East (Stevenson Expressway) toward Chicago and exit onto South Shore Drive. Follow signs for Dorchester, then continue south to East 87th Street and turn onto Merrill Avenue. The destination, 8716 S Merrill Ave, will be just south of 87th on the east side of the street.

School Information

School District: 299
Midd School District: 299

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Bi-Level
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Square Feet: 1,152
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1958
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.086
Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 3735
Fence: Yes
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1958
Tax Amount: $1,193
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 25012020270000

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Schools

Schools serving 8716 S Merrill Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Hoyne Elementary School 8905 South Crandon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617	K-3	0.3 mi
Warren Elementary School, Chicago, IL 9239 South Jeffery Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60617	PK-3	0.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 8716 S Merrill Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/19/2025

Sold

$134,000

-23.43%

MLS

7/13/2025

Listed

$175,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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8716 S Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12417727) is a Single Family property that was sold at $134,000 on September 19, 2025. This property was listed by SpaceMatch Inc. from our Gold Coast Office.Want to learn more about 8716 S Merrill Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Calumet Heights? You can browse all Calumet Heights real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

8716 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60617